fix: Cannot find module MODULE_NOT_FOUND error handling#6049
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fix: Cannot find module MODULE_NOT_FOUND error handling#6049xingzihai wants to merge 1 commit intonektos:masterfrom
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Issue nektos#6034: When running act with actions that have gitignored 'dist/' folders (common for TypeScript/JavaScript actions), the main script file (e.g., 'dist/index.js') is not included in the cloned repository. This causes a MODULE_NOT_FOUND error when trying to execute the action. Root cause: - GitHub Actions uses immutable action packages that include pre-built files, or requires maintainers to include 'dist/' in releases - act clones the git repository which doesn't include gitignored files - When the main file doesn't exist, Node.js throws MODULE_NOT_FOUND Fix: - Add file existence checks before executing node actions (main, pre, post) - Provide helpful error messages explaining: 1. The missing file and its expected location 2. The likely cause (gitignored dist folder) 3. Suggested resolution (build the action or contact maintainer) - Check for package.json to provide more specific TypeScript/JS guidance This change improves user experience by clearly explaining the problem instead of just passing through the cryptic Node.js MODULE_NOT_FOUND error.
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Fixes issue where act fails with MODULE_NOT_FOUND error when module is not found. This PR adds proper error handling to display a clear error message instead of the cryptic MODULE_NOT_FOUND error.